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Natural Wonders
Port Macquarie's Natural Wonders
Nowhere on the planet will you see a more spectacular array of natural sights than Port Macquarie. Stunning rainforests, cute and cuddly koalas, tropical birds and exotic orchids… surely, this must be paradise.
From here at Beachside enjoy leisurely viewing of the migrating whales from our Roof Top BBQ Deck. Nearby witness the wonder of nature’s delicate ecological balance as you roam through several diverse ecosystems. Marvel at the sights and sounds, the colors and fragrances, and the diverse plant and animal life. Whether you’re looking for thrilling adventure in the bushlands or an opportunity to commune quietly with nature, Port Macquarie has it all.
- Koala Hospital – Dedicated exclusively to the care and preservation of koalas, with 200 to 250 admitted annually. Open all day, with a guided tour at 3 p.m. every afternoon.
- Sea Acres Nature Reserve – Large, diverse coastal rainforest community featuring a wheelchair-accessible boardwalk.
- Billabong Koala and Wildlife Park – Native Australian and exotic animals, including koalas, monkeys, kangaroos, wallabies, wombats, cassowaries, quolls, crocodiles, lizards, snakes and birds.
- Arakoon Recreation Area – Panoramic coastal views, home to koalas and 16 species of orchids.
- Boorganna Nature Reserve – Stunning rainforest on volcanic soil featuring two waterfalls and rare species of trees, epiphytes, rock lilies and ferns.
- Crowdy Bay National Park - Fishing, bird-watching and abundant wildlife.
- Ellenborough Falls – A breathtaking sight featuring a single drop of 200 metres, the second highest in the southern hemisphere.
- Hat Head National Park – Magnificent dunes, extensive wetlands and exquisite wildflower displays.
- Kattang Nature Reserve – Diverse vegetation that includes 80 plant species.
- Kooloonbung Nature Park – Natural bushland preserve featuring trails through seven different ecosystems, with native plants and animals in abundance.
- Macquarie Marshes Nature Reserve – Included on the list of Wetlands of International Importance, the reserve provides habitat for diverse species of waterbirds and wildlife.
- Werrikimbe National Park – Magnificent wilderness landscape featuring rainforests, rivers and wildflowers.
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Enjoy the stunning natural sights of Port Macquarie while staying at Beachside Holiday Apartments! Accommodation is available on a nightly, weekly or monthly basis.
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